You might be eligible for duty drawback, but unsure which one to choose? You’re not alone. Most importers learn they can recover duties, but the confusion starts right after: Unused? Manufacturing? Rejected? Substitution? Which category does my export fall under? So in this guide, we break down every type
There’s a way for you to get the duty you paid on imported goods back. Sounds surreal, right? But there really is a way—and it’s called duty drawback. In this guide, we’ll show you what duty drawback is, how it works, its benefits, real examples, and
Many of us have asked this: I’m going to be re-exporting the goods back from the USA—do I still have to pay duty? It feels frustrating, right? You pay import duties upfront, move the goods through your supply chain, ship them out of the country… and still end
Ever looked around your home and wondered, How on earth do I figure out what size container I need for all this stuff ? You’re not alone. Choosing the right shipping container—whether you're moving across the country or across the globe—can feel confusing fast. But the
Ever feel like the logistics world has too many “-modals”? Intermodal, multimodal, intramodal — they sound almost identical, but choosing the wrong one can cost your business valuable time, money, and a few headaches along the way. Getting these right isn’t just about logistics jargon — it’s about cutting costs,
New tariffs just shook the global truck market. The U.S. now imposes 10–25% duties on medium- and heavy-duty trucks and parts from Japan, the EU, and the UK. These Section 232 tariffs, announced under Proclamation 10984, aim to strengthen domestic manufacturing—but they’re already raising costs for
If you're someone moving to the USA for your master’s degree or a new job, this blog will probably hit home. You’re already riding an emotional roller coaster — excitement, stress, uncertainty, hope, all at once. And just when you think you’ve handled enough, a message
It’s Thanksgiving time — and what’s Thanksgiving without a juicy, golden-roasted turkey? But here’s something most people don’t know: many of those frozen turkeys make their way from Canada to the United States before they ever hit your oven. Shipping frozen turkey across the border isn’t
Planning an international move can feel overwhelming — especially when it comes to shipping your household goods. Whether you’re moving from the USA to another country or bringing your belongings into the States, you probably have plenty of questions about costs, customs, shipping methods, and timelines. The good news? You’
Low-value shipments are being stuck or even disposed of at U.S. Customs, leaving importers in the U.S. and exporters in India frustrated and losing money. Packages that once cleared in hours are now trapped for weeks — or worse, destroyed. The reason? The De Minimis Exception, the long-standing rule
Just like people, not all cargo is built the same. Some shipments fit neatly into a standard container, while others are oversized, irregular, and need extra care and planning. We’re talking about project cargo, industrial machinery, heavy equipment, and other massive goods that often require break bulk shipping. Knowing
Lets say you have a windmill blade to ship to the USA—but it’s too big for a container. You’ve got only two choices: panic… or go break bulk shipping. This old-school shipping method is making a serious comeback. If you’re shipping oversized freight like windmill blades,